Disparage

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–verb (used with object)

1. to speak of or treat slightingly; depreciate; belittle: Do not disparage good manners. 

2. to bring reproach or discredit upon; lower the estimation of: Your behavior will disparage the whole family.  



 —Synonyms 

1. ridicule, discredit, mock, demean (貶低...的身分), denounce, derogate.





　

In addition to the inside-joke casting of Colin Firth as Mark Darcy, there are several other allusions to Jane Austen's story: 



Mark disparages Bridget 

to his mother within [earshot of Bridget]. 



In Pride and Prejudice, Mr. Darcy disparages Elizabeth to his friend Mr. Bingley within earshot of Elizabeth.





see castigate 



disparage

allude

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